Thread: Mettler 'Silk' Finished thread and other myths.
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Old 10-20-2014, 05:47 PM
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Originally Posted by Geri B View Post
I wonder what the seam allowance was for clothing back in the day it was hand stitched? Maybe "our" 1/4" seam allowance is a carry-over? Just a thought.
I remember from Home Ec sewing class that it is a 5/8" seam for clothing, probably to allow for body movement.
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